Hire Truck Drivers in South Dakota
Access our network of 7,000+ CDL drivers in South Dakota. Average wages of $48,000-$62,000/year with low demand across all equipment types.
South Dakota Driver Market Overview
Driver Pool
7,000+
Avg. Wage
$48,000-$62,000/year
Demand Level
low
CDL Schools
10 CDL schools
Our Turnover
59%
Top Hiring Cities in South Dakota
#1
Sioux Falls
#2
Rapid City
#3
Aberdeen
#4
Brookings
Major Employers in South Dakota
Smithfield Foods (Sioux Falls)
Daktronics
Amazon FSD1
Trail King Industries
Hire Drivers in South Dakota by Equipment
Select an equipment type to see South Dakota-specific driver availability and requirements.
Dry Van
Class A
Demand: low
Reefer
Class A
Demand: low
Flatbed
Class A
Demand: low
Step Deck
Class A
Demand: low
Hotshot
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Demand: low
Box Truck
Class B (26,001+ lbs GVWR); non-CDL for under 26,000 lbs
Demand: low
Car Hauler
Class A
Demand: low
Tanker
Class A
Demand: low
Power Only
Class A
Demand: low
Intermodal
Class A
Demand: low
CDL Training Pipeline in South Dakota
10 CDL schools
CDL training programs in South Dakota
South Dakota's CDL training infrastructure produces a steady pipeline of new drivers. Combined with our national network, we can match your South Dakota-based positions with both local graduates and experienced drivers from neighboring states.
Why Hire Drivers in South Dakota
No state income tax — strong recruiting tool
Sioux Falls is a growing regional distribution hub
Low cost of living maximizes driver pay value
Abundant truck parking reduces driver frustration
Less competition for the available driver pool
Hiring Drivers in South Dakota — FAQ
No state income tax combined with low cost of living means South Dakota drivers have excellent purchasing power. Sioux Falls' growing distribution sector creates opportunities without the congestion of larger markets.
South Dakota drivers earn $48,000-$62,000 per year. Combined with no income tax and low cost of living, effective purchasing power rivals higher-wage markets. Smithfield Foods positions in Sioux Falls are among the best-paying.
Sioux Falls is the only significant hiring market in South Dakota. Its proximity to Minnesota provides access to a larger driver pool. The city's growth as a regional distribution hub is increasing driver availability.
Agricultural harvest (August through October) and tourism (Mt. Rushmore/Sturgis Rally in summer) create seasonal demand spikes. Winter blizzards (November through March) require experienced cold-weather drivers.
Meat processing (Smithfield), agriculture (corn, soybeans, cattle), manufacturing (Daktronics, Trail King trailers), and wind energy components are the primary freight types.